Which West Virginia cities have the most 5K races?
Morgantown (7), Fairmont (6), Charleston (5), Martinsburg (5) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
West Virginia · 5K
5K Races in West Virginia
Every upcoming 5K in West Virginia, all 79 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
79 upcoming 5K races · 31 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The West Virginia races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
5K Races by City
Soonest 5K Races in West Virginia
79 total Sat, Sep 12, 2026Annual Spud Run Summersville, WVFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Dave Fields Memorial 5K Clendenin, WVFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Rise N Shine 5K Run/Walk Moundsville, WVFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Tails on Trails 5K Run/Walk Berkeley Springs, WVFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Snowshoe Valley Cinch & Sprint Slatyfork, WVFreeRegister Sun, Sep 13, 2026Elk River Braxton County Monster Marathon/Half Marathon/5K Gassaway, WVFrom $50Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026Leah's Legacy Charleston, WVFrom $50Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026FBI Jerry Dove Memorial 5K Bridgeport, WVFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Victoria's Race Against Child Abuse Inwood, WVFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Ready, Steady, Run! Short Story Brewing Rivesville 5k Run / Walk Rivesville, WVFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Healthy Hero Hustle 5K Run/Walk & Health Fair Buckhannon, WVFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Friends for Families 5K Morgantown, WVFrom $35Register
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in West Virginia
When are most 5K races held in West Virginia?
September is the busiest month for 5K races in West Virginia, with 26 of the 79, followed by October with 20. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do West Virginia 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $50, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in West Virginia?
30 of the 79 5K races in West Virginia already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are West Virginia 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 30 5K races in West Virginia with published results, the typical median finish is around 32:24, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail 5K races in West Virginia?
Yes, 7 races around West Virginia get you off the pavement: 3 are trail races, and 4 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.